Smoking Cessation Flashcards
What year does scotland aim to be tobacco free by?
2034
What are the 3As & 5As for smoking cessation?
3As
[ASK if they smoke, ADVISE about smoking, ACT by offering help if they would like to quit]
5As
[Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange Follow-Up]
how many more likely are you to get oral cancer if you’re a smoker compared to a non-smoker?
2-4x the risk as a smoker
what percentage of chronic perio is attributed to smoking?
40%
what is the approximate failure rate of implants in smokers compared to non-smokers?
~ 2x
Implants in maxilla more likely to fail
evidence that quitting prior to implantation can also improve success
why do people smoke?
- enjoyment
- keep weight down
- help concentrate
- relieve boredom
- socialise
- cope with stress
- to manage withdrawals and avoid discomfort
what are types of nicotine replacement therapy to help stop smoking?
nicotine patches, gum, inhalers, nasal spray, lozenges, microtabs, oral strips
what is second hand smoke?
term for smoke that non smokers are exposed to
what is a pack year in smoking?
A way to measure the amount a person has smoked over a long period of time
1 Pack year = 1 pack (20 Cigs) smoked every day for 1 year
10 cigs a day for 10 years = 5 pack years
